2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 198 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |